The HandiHoldall and HandiRack: Packing Tips for Road Trips!
Are you planning ahead for your road trips next year? The HandiHoldall soft roof bag paired with the HandiRack portable roof rack is your ticket to hassle-free travel. Here are some smart packing tips to show how these two innovative travel solutions make packing for travels less stressful.
Make the most of your roof space with the HandiHoldall
The HandiHoldall soft roof bag range offers three different sizes to suit every family’s needs. Just imagine what you could do if you could safely load up your car roof with towels, clothing, sleeping bags, tent, and groundsheets all safely secured up top. The HandiHoldall range ensures you’re well-equipped for any adventure.
Strategic loading for a pet-friendly adventure
For camping enthusiasts with four-legged companions, the HandiHoldall offers a brilliant solution. By efficiently packing your essentials on the roof, you can free up space in the car. Picture a snug, safe spot for your pet in the back, with extra family luggage on the roof. It’s a win-win for everyone!
Top tip, try our dog seat cover to keep your pet extra comfortable and your car clean & dry. Use your car boot and roof for luggage and enjoy your adventures, no matter the weather.
Packing the boot with essentials
Anyone with a young family knows that a pushchair in the boot means space is at a premium for the rest of your luggage. Here’s where the Handi-magic happens – clothing neatly packed, sleeping bags rolled up, and towels safely up on the car roof. The HandiHoldall transforms redundant space on top of your car into a useful luggage-laden space, accommodating everything you need!
Pushchair top tip: Always leave enough room in the boot to get your pushchair in last when packing for a trip. Packing it last makes it easier when you need to take it out for a quick pit-stop en route.
Top tips for packing the HandiHoldall
- Stay within the maximum capacity
- Stay under weight limits
- Optimise the space in the roof bag by filling 2-3 other bags to go inside it
- Always use the supplied fixtures and accessories
- Ensure your roof bag is central for the best weight distribution
Read more here in our blog: How to pack a roof bag safely
The Perfect Duo: HandiHoldall and HandiRack
For those car owners who don’t already have fixed roof bars, here’s some info on how well the HandiHoldall and HandiRack inflatable roof rack complement each other.
Will the HandiRack and HandiHoldall fit on my car?
The short answer to this is, almost certainly yes! The HandiRack is designed to fit almost every car and the HandiHoldall is designed to perfectly sit on these sturdy and reliable roof bars.
Read more about how universal the HandiRack is here: Will it fit my car?
Is it difficult to fit the HandiRack roof bars?
No, customer feedback tells us it’s straightforward, quick, and easy to inflate and attach. This customer feedback over the last 18+ years has helped us to smooth and refine the fitting process, instructions, and product to make it easy to use.
Read or download the HandiRack manual here: HandiRack user manual
How do I fix the HandiHoldall to the HandiRack?
There are simple-to-follow instructions to secure your HandiHoldall to the HandiRack included with your HandiHoldall. You can also, read or watch how to fit the HandiHoldall here: HandiHoldall FAQS
Top tips: Have your sleeping bags, tent, awning, or other packed bags ready to load into your HandiHoldall once it’s on top of the car. Some customers have told us they have a practice pack at home to see exactly what fits in best to make sure packing up on the day of travel is as smooth as possible.
As you reach your destination, both the HandiHoldall and HandiRack will only take up a little bit of boot space for storage. Remove, deflate, and roll up the HandiRack, and the HandiHoldall folds down with equal simplicity. Both can snugly fit into the boot until your next adventure calls.
Testimonials from Happy Adventurers! 🌍
“The bag is perfect for our needs. Affordable, durable and you can literally just fill it without having to think too carefully about packing AND you can store it in a small space (unlike roof boxes). Highly recommended.” (Trustpilot Review August 2024)
“Easy to put on the HandiRack. HandiHoldall is a great size. Very secure and stable once properly fitted and packs away small for easy storage.” (Trustpilot Review August 2024)
Check out the latest HandiRack and HandiHoldall bundles here and connect with our team at info@handiworld.co.uk for any questions that you may still have.
Bon voyage, your adventure awaits!
